Quick fee answer
For 2026-27, the primary management-quota fee comparison is: SIT CSE is ₹2,50,000 (annual fee); NIE CSE is ₹4,00,000 (annual fee). Use the table below for branch-level rows and source labels.
At a Glance — Management Quota Fees 2026-27
One aligned table keeps branch fees, route status, and profile checks comparable row by row.
| Branch / check | SIT | NIE |
|---|---|---|
| College profile | SIT - Siddaganga Institute of TechnologyTumkur · Estd. 1963 | NIE - National Institute of EngineeringMysore · Estd. 1946 |
| Admission route | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists | Management quota/private routeRows shown where current fee data exists |
| Type | Private | Private Aided |
| NAAC / NIRF | NAAC A+ · NIRF #101 | NAAC B++ · NIRF #151 |
| CSE | ₹2,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | ₹4,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| CSE DS | ₹2,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| ECE | ₹1,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | ₹3,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| ISE | ₹2,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| AI&ML | ₹2,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| CSE Cyber | ₹2,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | Not published |
| EEE | ₹1,50,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required | ₹3,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
| ME | Not published | ₹2,00,000Annual feeCounsellor verification required |
Fee notes
The management-quota fee comparison below is rendered from the current 2026-27 fee rows, not authored comparison prose. SIT CSE is ₹2,50,000 (annual fee); NIE CSE is ₹4,00,000 (annual fee).
Where Year 1 differs from later years, the amount is labelled as Year 1 payable rather than an annual fee.
Overview
SIT Tumkur (autonomous, NAAC A++) and NIE Mysore are two top Karnataka non-Bangalore engineering colleges.
Both SIT and NIE are established engineering institutions — SIT founded in 1963 (NIRF Engineering #101) located in Tumkur, and NIE founded in 1946 (NIRF Engineering #151) located in Mysore. Comparison covers JEE/state-entrance cutoffs, branch portfolios, fees structure, placement averages, and campus life — to help families and aspirants make a data-driven 2026 admission decision.
Academics
SIT 1,200 intake. NIE 750 intake.
Both colleges offer 4-year B.Tech programmes across CSE, ECE, EE, ME, and Civil with branch-specific specialisations. SIT is Private with NAAC A+ accreditation. NIE is Private Aided with NAAC B++ accreditation. Both follow AICTE-approved curriculum with industry-aligned electives, project-based learning, and credit-transfer options. CSE remains the most competitive branch at both, with ECE/IT close behind. Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical have lower cutoffs but solid placements at the better institution of the two.
Placements
SIT CSE 11 LPA. NIE CSE 9 LPA.
Placement profiles at both institutions follow standard tier-based outcomes. CSE/IT branches typically see top recruiters (Microsoft, Adobe, Goldman Sachs, Amazon, plus Indian product+services companies). Core branches (Mech, Civil, Chemical) place at industry tier-2-3 with PSU pipeline (ONGC, IOCL, NTPC, BHEL) where applicable. Internship + final placement timeline runs sem 5-7 with on-campus drives, off-campus applications, and pre-placement offers from semester-6 internships. Branch-wise median package varies — verify with each college's official placement disclosure (NIRF data submission) for exact numbers.
Campus Life
SIT 105 acres Tumkur. NIE 25 acres Mysuru.
Verdict
SIT has higher placements (NAAC A++ and NIRF). NIE for Mysuru location.
Final pick depends on your specific entrance rank, branch preference, location preference, family budget, and long-term career goals. Both institutions are recognised by AICTE/UGC and place graduates competitively in their respective tiers. For tied scenarios, default to the institution with better NIRF rank + your preferred branch + closer family proximity.
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